Those of you who have lived in Boulder for a while are aware that there is a cool factor that has long since gone missing, and is now making a resurgence with the Alpine Modern franchise, Fjallraven, Rayback, Madelife, and the much-anticipated S’Park. Cities like Austin, Portland, L.A., and their visitors have long benefited from cool boutique hotels like Ace, St. Cecilia, Hotel San Jose, TheLine, The Standard franchise, and so forth. FINALLY, Boulder has the opportunity to do the same with the quiet opening of Basecamp Hotel Boulder.
With its funky décor, communal space, and central location along a bike/walking path, Basecamp oozes the adventurous spirit of Boulder. It’s the closest hotel experience you’ll get to feeling like a Boulder local. There’s no need to rent a car…you can access all that Boulder has to offer by hopping on the Boulder Creek Trail, just outside your back door. The hotel is also a short walk from Naropa University’s main campus, the University of Colorado Boulder, and more than 200 shops and 80 restaurants on the Pearl Street Mall and historic downtown Boulder. Of course, it wouldn’t be Boulder if it didn’t also offer a little something for your furry friend. Basecamp Boulder is one of the few hotels in Boulder that has designated pet-friendly rooms. Add in the ping-pong table and rock climbing wall in the common area, and it definitely has the cool factor that Boulder visitors are looking for.
Usually when traveling, a hotel is little more than a comfortable place to unwind, relax, and get a good night’s sleep. Basecamp, however, becomes an extension of your travel experience, without losing any of the amenities of a luxury hotel. Its design encourages community between guests and hotel staff. Hang out in the common area, swap stories with other travelers, and let hotel staff fill you in on local gems, like the Fox Theatre, Eldora Mountain Resort, and Chautauqua Park, to name a few. If you’re looking for recommendations for the best restaurants, trails, and things to do around town, Basecamp’s friendly, knowledgeable staff is full of local resources and tidbits that you won’t find inside a guidebook. You just can’t find that level of service at a traditional hotel.
Boulder needs a place where travelers can experience our city, not just visit the key attractions, and Basecamp Boulder is just that. Try something a little different on your next visit. Check out the Basecamp Hotel Boulder and see for yourself!